Stiff, painful joints - Reduced mobility and range of motion - Reductions in muscular strength and endurance - these described symptoms are typical of those encountered by persons suffering from osteoarthritis, the most common of all 100 types of arthritis. For persons suffering from this condition, it can be a devastating and debilitating condition; affecting one’s ability to perform at work, play, even making simple day-to-day activities difficult to complete.

Osteoarthritis is a “wear-and-tear” condition that affects the joints of the body as a result of repetitive use. There is no cure for this condition and finding alternative therapies that effectively manage this condition remains critical for relieving pain and regaining activity.

Today, this task (condition management) is easier than ever before with the addition of Exomine into your current treatment regimen. Progressive Health’s scientifically backed formula has been designed to help you regain control of your body, your arthritic condition, and more importantly, the active lifestyle you once were so familiar with.

Exomine addresses the primary components necessary for successful osteoarthritis management - reducing joint pain and inflammation while improving and maintaining joint function.

Osteoarthritis, At A Glance:

Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis and, as mentioned, is the most common of all known joint conditions. It is characterized by the breakdown of joint cartilage over time. In persons without this condition, healthy cartilage allows bones to glide over one another without interference. Conversely, individuals with osteoarthritis are marked by deteriorations in the top layer of cartilage, causing a break down and wearing away of this precious tissue. Additionally, this disease may cause the affected joint(s) to loose its shape.

Osteoarthritis can affect any joint in the body, but primarily targets the most commonly used joints or those most affected by gravity. These areas include the fingers, hips, knees, lower back, and feet. It is not uncommon for persons to initially have only one joint affected. However, multiple joints are often affected as time progresses.

The Cause:

The cause of osteoarthritis is still not known. Researchers suspect that a number of factors are at play, including the normal aging process, being overweight or obese, genetic predisposition, muscle weakness, and joint stress and injury. Another current theory suggests that enzymes may be at play.

Some scientists believe that cartilage damage may be due to the mechanical stress caused by the release of enzymes, either within the inner lining of the joint or cartilage cells. When in balance, these enzymes allow for normal breakdown and rebuilding processes. However, when too many enzymes are released, cartilage is broken down faster than it can be replaced. The reasons for such an imbalance are not clear and this hypothesis has yet to gain universal acceptance.

Signs and Symptoms:

The signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis vary from person to person. For the majority of sufferers, symptoms appear gradually and continually worsen. However, there are the select few whose symptoms never progress past minor pain. The most common signs and symptoms are:

• Joint soreness after periods of overuse or inactivity.
• Stiffness after periods of rest that goes away quickly when activity resumes.
• Morning stiffness, usually lasting no more than ½ hour.
• Pain caused by the weakening of muscles surrounding the joint due to inactivity.
• Joint pain is usually less in the morning and worse in the evening after a normal daily activity.
• Deterioration of coordination, posture, and walking caused by pain and stiffness.

Are you at Risk?

Osteoarthritis exists as one of the most prevalent causes of disability, in the world! In America, it is estimated that 21 million adults currently suffer from this condition. Listed below are the most widely accepted risk factors for disease onset:

Conventional Treatments:

Other than losing weight and avoiding exercises (or tasks) that exert too much stress upon the joints, there is no specific treatment to stop cartilage degeneration or to repair damaged cartilage in osteoarthritis patients. Most conventional treatments do not treat this condition at all, yet aim to manage the many adverse symptoms and halt disease progression. However, there are universal elements to conventional treatment attempts and includes; exercise, weight control, joint protection, medications, and physical and occupational therapies.

Many sufferers will resort to medications to ease the symptoms of the disease. However, the administration of such drugs is often accompanied with unwanted side effects. In fact, a popular classification of arthritis drugs, known as cox-2 inhibitors, has undergone much scrutiny within the last decade. Other popular drugs used for the management of pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis include; analgesics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), glucocorticoids, corticosteroids, and viscosupplements.

Exomine has been formulated with ingredients backed by science, to provide you with a natural means to combat osteoarthritis without unwanted and adverse side effects. Progressive Health has employed the beneficial properties of nutrients found in healthy human cartilage, as well as those deemed successful at managing arthritis in multiple clinical trials. Additionally, Exomine’s revolutionary ingredient list has been shown to preserve and even enhance cartilage integrity.

Inside Exomine:

Chondroitin Sulfate - A major structural component of the cartilage. Chondroitin has been shown to increase the production of new, healthy cartilage, block enzymes that break down cartilage, and normalize joint fluids to reduce friction.

Hyaluronic Acid - The greatest concentrations of this acid are found in joints and used as lubrication. As you age, less hylaronic acid is produced, which results in stiff joints. Supplementation with this protein has been shown lubricate stiff joints.

Glucosamine HCI - The clinical benefits of glucosamine in the treatment of osteoarthritis are impressive. In one study, 252 patients with osteoarthritis of the knee were given placebo or 1500mg of glucosamine every day. The results showed glucosamine can reduce pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis. The longer it was used, the more apparent the benefits were.

BioCell Collagen Type II™ - This ingredient was formulated as an alternative to glucosamine and chondroitin, but is also very effective when used in conjunction with the two ingredients.

Methylsulfonyl Methane (MSM) - This natural form of dietary sulfur has been used to reduce or eliminate arthritis pain.

Vitamins B3 and C - These have been shown to reduce pain and aid with range of motion, muscle strength, and endurance. Vitamin C may help to reduce cartilage loss and prevent arthritis progression.

Boron - An important mineral critical for maintaining healthy bones and joints. Double-blind placebo controlled studies have shown that small daily amounts of boron can help with osteoarthritis.

Boswellia Serrata Ext - This botanical possesses strong anti-inflammatory properties. Boswellic acid, its main chemical constituent, has been shown to block the production of enzymes in the body that cause inflammation.

Ginger - A study involving 56 osteoarthritis patients proved that ginger was 75% effective for osteoarthritis and muscular discomfort.

Cat' Claw - A potent anti-inflammatory, this botanical contains active ingredients called “glycosides,” that have been shown to reduce inflammation and water retention.

Tumeric - Laboratory tests and clinical research indicate that the active ingredients have unique antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Grape Seed Ext - Has flavonoid-like substances call “proanthocyanidins” (PCOs) that act like antioxidants. PCOs inhibit certain chemicals from causing inflammation.

If you are searching for a supplemental option that effectively eases pain, assists in the rehabilitation of damaged cartilage, reduces inflammation, improves mobility, and promotes healthy joints, then look no further than Progressive Health’s Exomine.

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